Common name: Porites

Porites is a genus of stony coral that's widespread in shallow tropical and subtropical oceans. They are known for their small polyps and massive, often spherical growth forms, which contribute significantly to reef building. Porites corals are relatively hardy and can tolerate a range of environmental conditions, making them suitable for beginner and intermediate reefkeepers. They host symbiotic zooxanthellae, which provide them with nutrients through photosynthesis. These corals are slow-growing but can live for centuries, with some massive colonies being over 1,000 years old. They come in various colors, typically browns and greens, and require moderate lighting and water flow in the aquarium.

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   Common name: Hump coral

   Scientific name: Porites annae
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   Common name: mustard hill coral

   Scientific name: Porites astreoides
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   Common name: Hump coral

   Scientific name: Porites attenuata
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   Common name: Hump coral

   Scientific name: Porites compressa
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   Common name: Hump coral

   Scientific name: Porites cylindrica
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   Common name: Hump coral

   Scientific name: Porites evermanni
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   Common name: Hump coral

   Scientific name: Porites lichen
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   Common name: Lobe Coral

   Scientific name: Porites lobata
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   Common name: Hump coral

   Scientific name: Porites porites
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    Common name: Column coral

    Scientific name: Porites rus
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    Common name: Hump coral

    Scientific name: Porites solida